Without education we will never reach our goal of running a NO KILL SHELTER where animals are only with us for a short time before being re-homed to responsible, caring owners. Presently we hold up to 100 cats and 100 dogs. Ideally they should not live in cages. They suffer from depression and kennel stress which manifests itself in many ways. Stray dogs miss their freedom, but are safe and have full tummies and veterinary care. Previously owned dogs do not cope well. The look of pure desperation in their eyes goes beyond description.
Sadly, we have also watched some of the animals in our care literally curl up into a ball and give up on life. They seem to sense that there is no hope. Then the kindest thing to do is to put them out of their misery.